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Rental GuideFort Smith, AR

Fort Smith rent data for:

As of today, you'll find 203 apartments for rent in Fort Smith, with a median rent price of $895 per month. Fort Smith has seen a 2%—or $24—decrease in median rent price compared to the previous year.

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$895

Year Over Year Change

-2%

$24

Rentals available, last 30 days

203

Rent ranges for Fort Smith apartments
$3,001 - $3,001
1%
$2,251 - $3,000
1%
$1,501 - $2,250
11%
$751 - $1,500
55%
$0 - $750
32%

How has rent in Fort Smith, AR changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Fort Smith, AR, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $895, which is a 2.31% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Fort Smith, AR is about $650. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Fort Smith, AR is $850, and studios are about $850 per month.

See more Fort Smith, AR rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Fort Smith, AR?

26

schools

14,291

students

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Beard Elementary School

1600 cavanaugh rd

fort smith, AR, 72908

PK, K-5Public
A-

Bonneville Elementary School

2500 s waldron rd

fort smith, AR, 72903

PK, K-5Public
A-

Cavanaugh Elementary School

1025 school st

fort smith, AR, 72908

PK, K-5Public
A-

Elmer H. Cook Elementary School

3517 brooken hill dr

fort smith, AR, 72908

PK, K-5Public
A-

Euper Lane Elementary School

6601 euper ln

fort smith, AR, 72903

PK, K-5Public
A-

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Who lives in Fort Smith, AR?

Gender

49% Male
51% Female

Age Range

0-19

26%

20-34

21%

35-44

12%

45-64

24%

65+

14%

Language

English

79%

Spanish

15%

Indo Euro

0%

Asia Pac

4%

Other

0%

Education

No HS

17%

High School

50%

Bachelor's

22%

Master's

5%

Prof Degree

2%

Doctorate

1%

What is the household breakdown in Fort Smith, AR?

Families

45% Families
55% Single

Property

49% Renters
51% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

24%

25-50k

29%

50-75k

18%

75-100k

10%

100-150k

10%

150k+

6%

How do residents get around Fort Smith, AR?

Fort Smith locals spend about 16 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Fort Smith is through Tulsa International Airport, 101.59 miles away.

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Scores for Fort Smith are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Fort Smith, AR

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Fort Smith, 43% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is lower than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Fort Smith

Pet friendly

57%Satisfaction rating

Parks & recreation

57%Satisfaction rating

Quality schools

57%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Affordable housing
43%
Public transportation
43%
Job market
29%
Nightlife
29%
Weather
29%
Cost of living
29%
Dating scene
14%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

Explore rentals in Fort Smith, AR

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Harbortown Apartments - Photo 1 of 1

1h ago

8

Very good

Harbortown Apartments

9608 Meandering Way, Fort Smith, AR 72903

2 beds

2 baths

$925

Apartment for rent

Lofts on Park - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.4

Very good

Lofts on Park

3600 Kinkead Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72903

Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Central heat

1–2 beds

1 bath

$855–$965

Apartment for rent

The View: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments with All Inclusive Utilities Option - Photo 1 of 1

2d ago

8.3

Very good

The View: 1 & 2 Bedroom Apartments with All Inclusive Utilities Option

1511 Boston St, Fort Smith, AR 72901

On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$775

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